Movie downloads coming to PSP

Sony is expected to launch a new video download service centered around its PSP handheld, according to multiple sources. Expected to arrive early in 2007, the service will allow PSP owners to download movies and other video content directly to their PCs; the content can then be moved to a Memory Stick for playback on the PSP. The Wall Street Journal is also reporting that a direct-to-PSP downloading option is also in the works.

With the UMD sales not doing so great, this may be the last breath of air that Sony is trying to push into the movie capabilities of the PSP. This could actually work though, since people could easily download a new movie and stream it to their PSP without leaving the house. Pricing is something I’m interested in seeing.